*Generally only one answer is correct *You can often eliminate one or two of the choices immediately *Read the question carefully, think logically and use your number sense. Only answer what they ask for *Don't try to out think the question or consider things that are not a part of the question (word problems) *If you get stuck on a problem and you have extra time, you can try all choices to see what works 1. Use number sense to save time and avoid doing unnecessary work. <b>e.g. Compute 57.69 + (19.21 x 2) x 0</b> -notice the product is zero (because anything multiplied by zero equals zero) 2. Estimate when you can. It will often help you get to the answer quickly without a lot of scratch work. <b>e.g. 2,345 x 756 =</b> - round these numbers to make quick calculations and use number sense to get the correct answer 3. Eliminate obviously incorrect choices. <b>e.g 37 x 10 = </b> a. 37,000 b. 3,700 c. 370 d. 370,000 -there is no way A, B and D could be correct, they are two large to be possible products of 37 x 10 4. Try the easier choices first.
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A. Create a homework routine 1. familiar routines help the work go smoothly at school and at home 2. decide on a time and location to do homework as well as a few simple rules 3. read any relevant communication from the teacher B. Communicate with the teacher 1. share thoughts and concerns 2. be supportive 3. don’t blame or criticize the teachers,school,program 4. call, e-mail, write a note if your child is experiencing difficulty with her/his homework 5. ask questions if your child does not understand something 6. share the good news of progress with the teacher if you witness progress C. Ask your child to explain 1. don’t give them the answers 2. ask your child to explain their thought process and steps used to solve the problem 3. help guide them, help them discover the answers, they will learn more during the process D. Use questions to help comprehension For example: 1. Have you seen a problem like this before? 2. What is the problem asking? 3. What idea(s) do you have for figuring out the answer? 4. Why do you think that answer is correct? 5. Does your answer make sense? E. Be accepting of mistakes 1. each mistake is a learning experience 2. use positive reinforcement F. Play math games. 1. games will help your child master skills 2. they are fun 3. children learn without realizing it when playing the games 4. games will strengthen the connection between you and your child with respect to homework Before starting homework, many children have had quite a full day. For some, homework is like a second work phase for the day (the first being a 6.5 hour or longer school day). For those that play sports and/or an instrument, it can be the third or fourth work phase and can be very stressful on everyone in the family. Stress is not good. It is the feeling you get when one has to deal with more than one is used to. When you are stressed, your body responds as though you are in danger (“fight or flight”). Consistent exposure to stress has been know to adversely affect children’s ability to learn making it difficult to stay focused and organized. Stress can lead to headaches, stomach pain, problems sleeping, illness, depression and a weak immune system. You can reduce the stress level that homework brings about by making simple yet difficult changes. The following are 7 examples of what can be done: 1. It is typical to use incentives to get children to complete homework and take away privileges to punish children for not completing their homework...these can often backfire if not used properly. Be sure consequences are reasonable and appropriate. 2.Intrinsic motivation will come from making homework a positive experience...when approached in a supportive manner you will get that positive experience. 3. Schools generally encourage students to complete homework assignments without assistance, but they should seek help (not ask for answers) when necessary and feel confident when working independently; a healthy level of dependence is a good thing. 4. A child’s level of dependence varies from subject to subject and assignment to assignment and requires the appropriate level support; they seek proficiency, so students that have trouble understanding or don’t have the skill set required to complete the assignment will need help...denial will increase their stress level. 5. Providing support for your child/children reduces stress and promotes better learning; a consistent and rational approach is vital to their development. 6. Keeping your child calm while completing his or her homework requires assessing their stress level and acting accordingly (if they are visibly upset, don’t stress them out more with demands and threats). 7. Talking to your child prior to homework and reflecting upon the day could be beneficial in bringing about calmness to a person who is stressed and make the homework experience much less stressful for all involved. |
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